Operation Blunt Force

By David Arnett

Coordinated with 27 law enforcement agencies across the nation

Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced today that his Organized Crime Task Force, working alongside 27 law enforcement partners nationwide, arrested 20 individual scumbags linked to a very evil yet sophisticated criminal enterprise. The Hao Chen Organization was responsible for approximately one million pounds of marijuana worth $1.5 billion in street value.

The investigation targeted an organization led by Hao Tong Chen that ran fraudulent medical marijuana licensing schemes in Oklahoma from approximately 2021 to 2025. Law enforcement executed more than 50 search warrants and recovered 12 firearms during the course of the investigation.

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Broken Bow, OK Stargazing Ranked

By David Arnett

The Astrotourism trend — travel inspired by the night sky — seems set to continue shining in 2026, with American travelers showing growing interest in building celestial events into their vacation plans. As this year’s total solar eclipse prepares to sweep across parts of the world August 12, HomeToGo has seen a marked rise in search demand for stays in these destinations.

Broken Bow, Oklahoma ranked #9 overall, demonstrating a high popularity with travelers interested in booking vacation rentals within the area. With the median nightly price per person at $112.60, it’s a great opportunity to bring friends or family along for the trip. Broken Bow also ranked among the top destinations in Proximity, highlighting convenient stargazing destinations near accommodations. HomeToGo researchers estimate a 91% increase in searches for Broken Bow with check-in dates leading up to August 2026’s solar eclipse.

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Gov. Kevin Stitt’s State of the State 2026

By Staff Report

State of the State 2026, as prepared for delivery:

Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell – It’s been great to serve alongside you for the last 7 years. Speaker Kyle Hilbert and President Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton – thank you for your leadership in this building. It’s an honor to serve with you. Members of the 60th Legislature and statewide elected officials – I’m looking forward to working with each of you this session. Members of the Judiciary – thank you for being here today. To my cabinet members – thank you for everything you do for Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, February 2, 2026
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Tulsa GOP Leadership Challenges

By David Arnett

Big Tent vs. Issue Activism

Brent VanNorman ran for Tulsa Mayor in the last election cycle, but was a victim of the municipal “nonpartisan” primary which left Tulsans a choice between a Democrat and a Socialist Democrat. A choice Oklahomans may frequently face should the communist party proposal of State Question 836 be approved.

Serving nearly a year, Van Norman resigned recently and, surprise, it became a social media frenzy with many fountains of ignorance and self-aggrandizement displayed. Exclusively here are more complete interviews.

Brent VanNorman speaking to the Women For Tulsa group. Photo: Arnett
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OK Small Business Top Priorities

By David Arnett

With state lawmakers preparing to gavel in the 2026 legislative session next week, Oklahoma small business owners are calling on lawmakers to prioritize reforms that strengthen the state’s small business economy and reduce cost pressures. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Oklahoma calls on the Legislature to prioritize reforms that reduce cost pressures on small business owners.

“Rising costs continue to be a challenge for small business owners here in Oklahoma,” NFIB State Director Jerrod Shouse said. “There are practical reforms that lawmakers can prioritize this session to give Main Street Oklahomans relief. In addition to cutting taxes, our members want lawmakers to be informed by real cost data and coverage impacts, not guesswork, when crafting health insurance mandates. Giving the Legislature the tools it needs to make smarter decisions that affect small businesses’ health insurance premiums is a commonsense solution.

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